New residents in France are required to sign a contract and take classes that help them learn what is considered essential French values. They also learn about social support systems and participating in French society. Immigration and the integration of new residents are key issues in the upcoming election, with some candidates increasingly questioning what it means to be French. Against that backdrop, reporter Rebecca Rosman attended some of these classes for new arrivals.
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